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PEGI gives Balatro an 18+ rating for gambling imagery (files.catbox.moe)

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Clown emojis all around

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[+] Maggoty -49 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (23 children)

Loot boxes suck but the only thing separating this game from gambling is the use of real money. It's literally a poker game.

This is the Steam Store description -

Combine valid poker hands with unique Joker cards in order to create varied synergies and builds. Earn enough chips to beat devious blinds, all while uncovering hidden bonus hands and decks as you progress. You’re going to need every edge you can get in order to reach the boss blind, beat the final ante and secure victory.

Yeah they were always going to get PEGI 18. This moaning is just a way to sell their game.

[–] Tarquinn2049 11 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago) (1 children)

So then explain why games with actual real money gambling aren't rated 18+, is gambling "imagery" with no gambling really that much worse than having actual gambling?

[–] Maggoty 0 points 2 weeks ago

Ask PEGI why loot boxes aren't rated 18+, I'm not defending them.

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